May/June 2013

Barb and I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy Spring – or summer, or winter – whichever the weather happens to be at the moment. I can’t believe how crazy it’s been. For once, I’m not hoping for snow; I’m so ready to be out mountain biking that it isn’t even funny.

Has everyone completed their spring cleaning? Did you remember to “toss your stash?” This means simply browsing through your yarn collection, looking for tell-tale signs of a moth infestation – casings, either full or empty, droppings, frayed bits of wool. Moths detest being disturbed and I’ve found that regularly tossing the stash is the best preventive there is.

Barb and I have been meeting with sales representatives to peruse the newest yarns for fall and winter. There are some good ones out there. In addition, we’re looking at new patterns and ideas. We aren’t going to say anything right now – but we have had fun. Keep dropping by to see what we’ve ordered in!

On a totally different note, we have a nice lady who called in to advise that she is the owner of a Singer double-bed knitting machine, complete with manuals. She has decided that she needs to sell this machine, so the first $250 or best offer will take it! (By the way, this is a machine with which I am familiar, and would be available for lessons.)

Once again, we will be Knitting in Public this year. We have scheduled the Scugog Memorial Library for Sunday, June 9, beginning at 3:00 pm. We are planning a nice pot-luck dinner and we must be out the door by 5:00 pm. If the weather is warm, we could adjourn to Palmer Park for more companionship.

Happy knitting!

We attempt to keep our class fees at the lowest possible rates. In order to do so, we ask that our students purchase their supplies here at the shop. In addition, we offer class discounts to our students. Please note that if you are not able to finish your project in the allotted time, you are welcome to continue attending the lesson times until you are finished.

Socks – May is the month for socks. This time we’ll be knitting from the top down to the toes, coaching you through the heel turn. We’ll meet on Tuesdays from 1-3:00 pm or 7-9:00 pm, beginning May 7. Cost is $20, plus materials.

Step it UP – June will see us making socks from the toes up, and tossing in a nice pattern as well for those folks who are interested. Beginning June 4, at either 1-3:00 pm or 7-9:00 pm, and continuing until your socks are completed. Cost is $20, plus materials.

July Summer School – Slipstream Sock Knitalong – Have you seen this pattern in the Knitty Spring/Summer 2013 issue? (http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEss13/PATTslipstream.php) For those of us who love textured knitting and socks, these are THE project for the summer. There are enough folks interested in this pattern that we will be working on it as our summer project. The month of July, actually. Print out your pattern and drop by to select your wool. It’s going to be fun!

Great American Aran Afghan – This project will be meeting on the third Sunday of the month, beginning August 19, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The square will be started at that time, and help will be available on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to 12:00 am. You will require approximately 20 skeins of wool or yarn (we suggest either Canadiana or Classic Wool) as well as the book. Knitters are welcome to jump in any time, especially if they are interested in only making a smaller afghan or pillows.

Entrelac Mittens – Beginning August 6 and continuing through the month, we will be teaching and making Entrelac Mittens. This pattern is perfect for long repeat colour-ways (Noro and Monsoon) and makes absolutely beautiful mittens. Cost is $20 plus materials.

Sit ‘n Stitch: Every Wednesday afternoon, from 1 until 3. Bring your latest project and join us for some stitching, questions answered, tea, and lots of laughter. Everyone is welcome!

Saturday Stitching: Every Saturday, from 2 until 4. What better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than with friends both new and old, some handwork, and some tea?

Knitting Night: Every Thursday, from 7 until 9. Although it’s called Knitting Night, crocheters are encouraged and welcomed. There is plenty of friendship, tea, and yummy goodies for all.

NEWSLETTER

May/June 2013